Hey im so sorry for the slow update. i've had a million things to do and that, coupled with writer's block slowed me down heaps. that along with the countdown to breaking dawn which is making me insane with happiness!!

I'm not sure when i'll be able to update again- uni starts this week so ill be pretty busy, but i'll try.

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Edward dropped me off and I spent the rest of the day mulling over everything that had happened. I skipped over the attempted rape; I didn't want to think about that anymore than I had to. Edward had wanted me to tell Charlie; he is the police Chief after all, but I didn't want him to worry and I definitely didn't want Renee to find out. I'd be carted back to Perth and I'd probably never see Forks again. Of course, I was more preoccupied with the fact that I'd never see Edward again so I kept my mouth shut and gave a fairly casual "It was fine" when Charlie asked me how the party had gone. What was puzzling me the most was Edward's vague statement when I asked him what he was thinking about when we pulled into my driveway. He had responded with "I'm thinking about the difference between right and wrong." I had motioned for him to elaborate on his response, but instead he had just traced the side of my face with his thumb and said goodbye to me, ignoring my pout. I knew something was troubling him and I had an awful feeling that it had something to do with me.

I was beginning to get into a routine here in Forks. Wake up, stumble around looking for clothes to wear, eat breakfast (we were running low on food, so I had to go to Thriftway again soon), brush teeth, and drive to school. Monday started off the same as usual; I had finished brushing my teeth, when I glanced out the window and noticed a silver Volvo sitting in my driveway behind my truck. Of course, my heart started to race, so I tried to calm myself by taking deep breaths. It was inexcusable that even the mere thought of Edward had this effect on me. He was bringing out this very weird side of me and I wasn't a fan of it. I liked being in control of my emotions, but Edward managed to make me feel…happy? No, ecstatic. Like I could never feel depressed or upset when I'm around him. It was a very weird feeling. I had expected to dislike living in Forks; I knew I would tolerate it, and maybe find some friends, but I never in a million years would have expected to find a boyfriend in my very first week of school, especially one who was exceptionally good looking and a mythical being. It was crazy. Insane even, that this would happen to me. But I knew in my heart, I wouldn't have it any other way. I had already fallen for Edward and it scared me to think that I didn't care the fact that he was a vampire. He could be a werewolf if he wanted to and I'd still want him. I shivered, losing my train of thought, and pulled my jacket tighter around me before walking carefully down the path to where he stood, waiting for me against the Volvo.

"Good morning," he said, smiling, taking my hand and squeezing it.

"Good morning, yourself. What's all this about?" I asked, gesturing to the Volvo.

"I thought you might want to ride with me," he said, opening my door for me.

I narrowed my eyes. "I am perfectly capable of driving myself," I said, not getting in the car.

"Bella, get in."

"No," I said, before stalking over to my truck. True, it was nice of him to think of me, but I wanted to make it clear that I wasn't some girl who needed to be rescued all the time. I could do things myself. But before I could take another step, he was standing in front of me, his hands on my shoulders.

"Please?" he breathed, his golden eyes dazzling me.

My mind swirled with the scent of his delicious breath and I inhaled sharply. I hate to admit it, but I think I swayed a little on my feet.

Edward grinned.

"Fine," I mumbled, still trying to get my bearings back. I breathed in some fresh air which helped a little.

"You really shouldn't do that," I scolded.

"Do what?" he asked surprised, his hands still on me. I wriggled out from under his grasp and took a few steps back. This only led to him moving closer to me. I help up my hand to stop him.

"Don't pretend you don't know. Don't dazzle me, okay?" It was un-nerving that he could have this effect on me.

"I dazzle you?" his voice curious.

I couldn't deny it. "Yes. Now cut it out!"

"Forgive me, Bella. I'll try not to dazzle you again," he said politely, before turning his eyes on me again and smirking.

I groaned and averted my eyes, before getting in his car.

He chuckled and then got in and we drive to Forks High. Along the way, he put in a cd. Classical music swirled around us and I recognised the song that was playing.

"Clair de Lune, Edward?"

He looked at me surprised.

"You know Debussy?"

I glared. "Yes Edward. I'm not one of those girls who worship Britney and Miley. I do have some standards!"

He chuckled again and then sighed.

"I'm sorry. It's just I know so little about you. Can't read your mind, remember?" he said, tapping his head.

"How could I forget?" I was completely grateful for that; some of the things I thought about I did not want Edward knowing. I immediately blushed and tried to hide my face, but nothing got past Edward.

"What?" he asked, his voice curious.

"Nothing."

I changed the subject. "How am I going to get home? And I have to go to Thriftway after school. We've run out of food."

"I'll take you. Let's go. Class is about to start."

I looked out the window in surprise. I hadn't even noticed we had arrived at school. Edward opened my door and walked me to English. We got a lot of stares along the way to my dismay. Mike and Tyler gawked at us so I flipped them the finger, before Edward grabbed my hand disapprovingly.

"What?" I asked, "They deserved it."

"Please behave, Bella. I'll see you at lunch okay?" he said softly before touching my face gently and walking back the way he came.

Morning classes dragged on and Jessica wouldn't stop nagging me about the party.

"Bella! Where did you go? We were looking for you?"

"I, um, I got a lift home with someone," I hedged.

"Who?"

I knew she wouldn't let it go so I told her. "Edward Cullen." I held my breath waiting for her to start babbling. She didn't fail.

"Oh my god! You got a lift with Edward Cullen! Oh my god! Did you talk to him? What did you talk about? I'd be, like, so intimidated by him. I, seriously, like, would not know what to say to him! Oh, Bella, you are so lucky! I can't believe it! So are you two going out now?" She honestly sounded like a hyped up Barbie doll, it was insane. And that comment about how she couldn't believe he drove me home hurt me a bit.

I bit my lip, wondering what to tell her and then just decided to tell her the truth. She'd figure it out eventually. Maybe.

"Ah, yeah. Edward and I are kind of going out," I told her, waiting for another outburst.

"Seriously? What about Mike?"

That set me off. "Jess, honestly! I'm not interested in Mike!" What was with these people?

"Okay, okay. Sheesh! No need to blow a gasket!"

A gasket? I burst out laughing and then quietened down when Mr. Mason shot me a glare.

Morning classes couldn't go fast enough. I spent most of them staring at the clock willing the hands to go faster. Finally just as I thought I was going to explode, the lunch bell rang and I was up and out of my seat before anyone else. I sprinted out of the class at full speed when I ran straight into what fell like a brick wall.

"Ow," I winced, rubbing my forehead and looking up into Edward's concerned face.

"I'm fine," I told him, before he could whisk me off to the emergency room. He shut his mouth and offered me his hand, before we walked to lunch.

Always the gentleman, he bought me about 20 worth of food, ignoring my glares and repeat attempts to put back food. This was difficult however; as soon as he put something on the tray, I'd take it off again and vice versa, until I gave up knowing he'd win this. I followed him to an empty table and sat down, before pulling the tray towards me and taking a bite of an apple. My eyes swiveled to his usual table and he copied me. The other Cullens were sitting there talking quietly. Alice saw me and waved; the other girl, Rosalie, just glared at me and then turned back around. I fought to keep my face calm and turned back to face Edward.

"They hate me," I said in a matter of fact way, picking up a tuna sandwich and taking a massive bite.

"No they don't. They just don't know you. Alice likes you," he said, watching my every move.

This was starting to make me uncomfortable. I swallowed my bite and spoke again.

"Alice likes everyone. And quit staring at me like that."

He chuckled, but continued to look at me. I decided to ignore this and took a sip of water.

"You thirsty Edward?" I teased, holding out the bottle.

I couldn't believe it though when he actually took the bottle and had a tiny sip.

"But, you, I…?" I stammered.

"If someone dared you to eat mud would you?" he asked seriously.

I pondered. "Yes." It was just dirt and water after all.

Lunch zoomed by and before I knew it we were in Biology waiting for class to start. Edward had finally stopped angling his chair away from me; in fact, he moved his chair so close to me that our legs were touching.

"Edward!" I scolded, looking down at our legs, "What do you think you're doing?"

"Nothing," he said teasingly, moving even closer if that were possible.

"I'll bet," I muttered before Mr. Banner walked in and announced we would be watching a movie on cell division that was sure to be very enlightening. I knew at once this was going to be both very good and very bad. For one thing, a movie meant slack off time and no work, but on the other hand, with the lights dimmed, Edward and I were sure to be super aware of each other and I knew I would have a hell of a time trying to keep my hands off him. Every minute I wanted to touch him, just to make sure he was truly there and not some figment of my imagination. It actually pained me to be away from him. Like a part of me was missing. I sighed and looked at him. His eyes reflected what I expected mine to look like.

"We can do this," I mouthed to him. He nodded slowly and turned to face the front. Needless to say, I couldn't even begin to tell you any important facts that were talked about in the movie, let alone what it was actually about. For the whole fifty minutes, Edward and I tried to fight the feeling of attraction and to keep our hands to ourselves. I clenched my fists tightly at my sides and waited for time to pass. After what seemed like hours, the lights flickered back on and I stretched out my hands, waiting for blood flow to resume.

"Ouch!" I yelped, rubbing my fingers and trying to get some circulation going. "Let's never do that again."

"Agreed," Edward said, "Obviously we can't keep away from each other," he noted before grabbing my hand tightly and walking me to the change rooms. I expected him to leave then, but he walked in with me.

"What are you doing? You're not in my gym class."

"Actually, I am. Well, today I am. My class is scheduled to do track with your class."

I stared at him in horror. He was going to see clumsy Bella in action. Something I never wanted him to see. I was already mortified and thinking of ways to skip gym. This was going to be a nightmare.